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BBM thanks Israel for helping Filipinos amid regional conflict

President Marcos thanked the Israeli government for extending immediate support to Filipinos amid the ongoing fighting between Israeli forces and Iranian-backed militants.

Entire Senate eyed to probe drug war EJKS

If the Senate decides to launch its own investigation on extrajudicial killings during the previous administration as proposed by Sen. Ronald \"Bato\" dela Rosa, it should do so as a committee of the whole to make it easier for witnesses and survivor-victims to testify, Sen. Risa Hontiveros said yesterday.

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SC: Sans malice, no slander of public execs

Statements against public officers concerning the discharge of their official duties are not considered oral defamation or slander – unless done maliciously, according to the Supreme Court.

Masungi advocates make TIME Next Gen Leaders list

Masungi Georeserve Foundation conservationists and co-founders Ann and Billie Dumaliang were named in TIME Magazine's 2024 Next Generation Leaders list.

BBM meets Leni at Sorsogon event

Years after the political landscape was shaken by the bitter exchanges between their supporters, President Marcos and erstwhile political rival, former vice president Leni Robredo, shook hands in Sorsogon, a development seen by Senate President Francis Escudero as the start of \"healing.\"

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House probe bares OVP had 34 safehouses in 2022

Liquidation papers submitted by Vice President Sara Duterte herself to the Commission on Audit (COA) showed the Office of the Vice President (OVP) kept a total of 34 safehouses since she assumed office in mid-2022 until fiscal year 2023.

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Self-rated hunger continues to rise - SWS poll

Self-rated hunger, especially among poor Filipinos, further increased in the third quarter of the year, according to a survey by Social Weather Stations (SWS).

Prosecutor general resigns

Prosecutor General Benedicto Malcontento, has resigned from his post \"to pursue other endeavors.\"

I will sink or swim with Rody - Bato

With more investigations on the previous administration's deadly campaign against illegal drugs on the horizon, Sen. Ronald dela Rosa has professed his undying loyalty to his former boss, former president Rodrigo Duterte.

Livestock, poultry raisers may get P15 B from tariff collection

Livestock, poultry and dairy (LPD) raisers may expect at least P15 billion in funding support once the government passes a law that would earmark tariff collections for local industry development.

Fiscal targets up for review next year

Economic managers are scheduled to review the country's medium-term fiscal framework (MTFF) to ensure that targets remain aligned with current risks here and abroad.

P3.2-T infra projects now in PPP pipeline

Close to 170 projects worth P3.18 trillion are now in the pipeline for implementation through public private partnership (PPP), data from the PPP Center showed.

PLDT backs free WiFi for state-run colleges

The largest Philippine telco is backing the activation of free internet sites across all state universities and colleges (SUCs) to support the educational requirements of students.

BOI approvals to surpass P1.6 T this year

Investment approvals of the Board of Investments (BOI) are likely to exceed P1.6 trillion this year given renewable energy (RE) and infrastructure projects in the pipeline.

New routes, more flights out of Cebu from local, int'l carriers

Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) is expanding its flight network with additional frequencies from Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines (PAL) and new routes from United Airlines and Aero K.

Marcos renews call to pass mining bill

President Marcos renewed yesterday his call for the passage of a bill seeking to introduce a new fiscal regime for the mining industry, making the sector more sustainable and generate higher revenues for the government.

Quiboloy, 65 Senate bets get Comelec nod

The Commission on Elections released yesterday a partial list of aspirants allowed to join the May 2025 senatorial race.

Prices of construction materials post faster growth in Sept

Retail prices of construction materials in Metro Manila went up at a faster pace in September from the previous month as four out of seven commodity groups posted higher increments.

Globe completes fiber migration in 450 towns

Mobile giant Globe Telecom Inc. has completed the migration of more than 450 cities and towns across the Philippines to fiber technology, freeing them from the vulnerability of copper cables.

7-Eleven sets P6 B capex, eyes 500 stores in 2025

After breaching its 4,000-store target, Philippine Seven Corp. (PSC) is looking to open another 500 7-Eleven branches next year, allocating up to P6 billion in capital expenditure budget.

19 green power projects cleared for grid impact study

What began as a morning coffee habit for Michael de Castro, a telecommunications practitioner, has become his book of quotes. \"You Can Quote Me On That!\" is a selection of quotes on leadership, living well and developing a growth mindset that will be launched in an intimate gathering today, October 17, 2024 at the Podium in Ortigas.

Consumers to save P11.8 B from new Meralco supply deal

Close to eight million customers of Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) could expect P11.76 billion in cost savings from the procurement of 600-megawatt (MW) baseload supply starting next year.

Megaworld wins big in digital awards

Property builder Megaworld Corp. has won two recognitions from an international award-giving body that judges the ability of organizations to adapt to the digital era.

BSP rate cut fails to lift market

The local stock market has failed to mirror the optimism arising from another round of monetary easing, as investors turned their heads to economic risks that could crash the party.

Car sales up 2.4% in September

Sales of vehicles in the country rose by 2.4 percent in September from a year ago as automotive firms stepped up promotional activities.

Palay output seen falling 12% in Q3

Palay production in the third quarter could fall by 12 percent on an annual basis to below 3.4 million metric tons (MT) as farmers cut back on their planting areas following the ill effects of extreme weather conditions.

BSP delivers another 25-bp rate cut

As inflation pressures recede

Tamaraws sustain climb, smother Bulldogs

Vengeful Far Eastern U waxed hot in the fourth quarter to turn back National U, 65-58, and pump more life on its Final Four hopes in the UAAP Season 87 men's basketball yesterday at the Mall of Asia Arena.

Ratliffe back with Hotshots

Magnolia Chicken Timplados head coach Chito Victolero said yesterday he's recalling the Hotshots on Oct. 28 to prepare for the next PBA conference with tried-and-tested import Ricardo Ratliffe back after a seven-year absence. The Commissioner's Cup starts Nov. 27 featuring guest team Hong Kong Eastern and no height limit for reinforcements.